Cristiano Ronaldo admits making a Manchester United return is in his plans before he ends his playing career.

The Portuguese star left Old Trafford for Real Madrid in 2009 and has since been named World Footballer of the Year.

But despite saying he remains happy at the Bernabeu, the 29-year-old admits he would like the opportunity to play for United again before his playing days are over.

‘I love Manchester, everyone knows that – I have said it many times. Manchester is in my heart,’ he said.

‘I left many good friends there, the supporters are amazing and I wish I can come back one day.’

Ronaldo returned to Old Trafford with Real in March of last year, where he got on the scoresheet in a 2-1 victory, which saw the Spaniards progress to the last eight of the Champions League on aggregate.

But with Man United not competing in Europe this season, Ronaldo’s next return to Old Trafford could possibly be in a red shirt.